How many questions are on the written test?
There are 25 questions on the test.
How many questions must you get right?
You must answer at least 20 questions correctly in order to pass.
If you fail when can you retake the test?
You can retake the test again in 1 day.
How many times can you retake the test?
There is no limit on the number of times you can retake the written test.
Who has to take the written test? Teens of what ages?
Anyone who is getting their driver’s license for the first time must pass the written test. Teens can take the test if they are at least 16 years old and have held a driving permit for at least 6 months. If they’re under 18 years of age, they will also need parental consent.
Are you required to take the written test when renewing, and if so every time you renew or just sometimes? What are the conditions if just sometimes?
You do not have to retake the written test when you renew your license unless it has been expired for more than 1 year.
If you’re new to state are you required to take the written test?
Yes, even if you hold a valid driver’s license from another state, or a license that has not been expired for more than 1 year, you are still required to take written knowledge and road sign tests when obtaining your North Carolina driver’s license.
Who has to take the behind the wheel / on-road driving test?
Anyone who is getting their driver’s license for the first time must pass both the written and driving tests. Additionally, you will also be required to re-pass both tests if your driver’s license has expired and you want to renew it.